Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and DUR are:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
Dubai Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LHR to DUR, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport is 425 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 722 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to DUR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LHR to DUR. There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, London Heathrow Airport can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Reserve a hotel near DUR if you're taking a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Durban in February.
The warmest month in Durban is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to DUR in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 23ºC then.
More about Durban
Start your Durban trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LHR to DUR, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park are top sights which should be on every Durban itinerary.
Complete your Durban trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to King Shaka International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Durban getaway.